FGH-0004: Interview With Al Petteway - Grammy & Indie Award Winning Fingerstyle Guitarist and Composer

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In this episdode you will hear a personal interview with guitarist and composer Al Petteway.

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FGH-0004: Interview With Al Petteway – Grammy & Indie Award Winning Fingerstyle Guitarist and Composer

In this episode of the Fingerstyle Guitar Hangout Podcast, Al Petteway gives his thoughts and insights on:

His wide array musical influences starting with Chet Atkins and the Beatles.
His upright bass studies in college, and how it influences his guitar playing.
His approach to solo guitar arranging, separation of parts, and technique.
His appreciation for melodic bass players like Jaco Pastorius and Paul McCartney.
The story behind his new CD, “The Collectors Passion”, recorded on just an iPad and an inexpensive Roland interface.
His experiences of playing with other musicians who pushed him to new heights.
Thoughts on recording sessions, relaxation, mindset and spontaneity.
His personal journey with aging, arthritis and continuing playing.
Al’s personal top 3 take-away tips for guitarists who want to improve dramatically.
Closing track “Sligo Creek” from Al’s new CD “The Collectors Passion”
You can find Al Petteway’s Website online at http://www.alandamy.com/al.html

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